please tell me, could we brush teeth 3 times a day:morning afternoon night?

Question

Does three times brushing a day is good or bad for teeth?

Answer 1

Yes: That would be ideal. Brush and floss after meals. Also watch what you eat and avoid refined sugars and sticky starchy foods that contribute to cavities.

Answer 2

Of course: However, it's not about how often you brush, it's about how well you brush.

Answer 3

Whitening strips: I am not a dentist, but here is what works for me. Be sure to get regular cleanings at the dentist. Avoid cola, tea and coffee. Avoid blueberries. Floss every day. Do not brush too hard or you may damage your teeth and gums. Over the counter whitening strips can help remove the yellow color. Use as directed.

Answer 4

Whitening: Through normal eating and drinking, teeth stain over time (some foods and drinks affect teeth color more than others). The only way to lighten teeth is to whiten them. There are many whitening options available- from professional whitening in the office or take home trays, to the less effective otc options.

Answer 5

Zoom or Sapphire: Straight, white teeth; some new solutions have arrived... New zoom whitespeed! results on people we tested are very good. Also our patient's favorite these days; low sensitivity, advanced technology, sapphire. Both are sometimes referred to as laser whitening. We have not seen the tooth sensitivity which was typical for great whitening previously, as the technology keeps improving.

Answer 6

Bleach your teeth: Natural tooth color is somewhat yellow. Genetically some peoples teeth show up more yellow than others. If it has been 1 year or more since your last dental office cleaning, you should get one. Next havethe dentist evaluate you for home bleaching or inoffice bleaching for your teeth. This is the best way with usually the best results.

Answer 7

Whitening : Brushing alone is not enough to whiten your teeth. Even if you are using whitening toothpaste. If you want a whiter smile the best results will come from having your dentist professionally whiten them. Over the counter products like white strips will give you some help.

Answer 8

NO: Brush your teeth or rinse with water after coffee if you are still concerned.

Answer 9

No: Anything we put into our mouth can potentially stain our teeth. Coffee, red wine, tea are commonly known to stain our teeth. Drinking a cup of coffee a day will likely stain teeth, if proper dental hygiene is not performed, but will not make your teeth yellow. When teeth are stained, they look darker, but keep in mind, that our teeth have natural yellow tone to them.

Answer 10

Yes: Coffee/tea/red wines/tomato based sauces/berries...Foods with deep color/juice. Enamel starts out thick and can wear with age. You can still enjoy your favorite foods and drinks, just take a break after you've finished and either brush or rinse your mouth out...This will help to keep stains at bay. Chewing gum (sugar free/doesn't stick to dental work) will stimulate saliva flow-natural cleanser.

Answer 11

No: Tea will yellow your teeth faster, but both stains will polish off when you have a dental cleaning.

Answer 12

Yes: Yes coffee can be one contributing factor to teeth staining as well as a number of other foods and drinks such as red wine, tomato/spaghetti sauce, etc. There is no answer to how much is too much, but some tips are to drink your coffee through a straw which helps it avoid the fronts of your front teeth and swishing with water after drinking/eating something staining.

Answer 13

Why not cut back: 3x/day is sufficient...If you feel that you're having bad breath issues, there are products that can help. Also, be certain to floss to remove bacteria between teeth. Generally, brushing too much/frequently/hard can damage the enamel along the gumline.

Answer 14

Why do you need to?: The question should be, how many times do I need to brush to effectively clean my teeth. The answer is at least twice a day. Brushing after meals can bring that up to 5 times a day. You don't gain anything by brushing more. If you use a hard-bristle brush you can harm your teeth by brushing too aggressively. If you brush gently, with a soft brush, you're probably not harming your teeth.

Answer 15

Excessive toothbrush: Brushing that many times a day is dangerous because it can wear off the enamel of your tooth. Toothpastes are abrasive to remove surface stains if you use them excesssively you wear through the hard enamel. You only need to brush twice in an effective way to fight decay and gum disease.

Answer 16

After every meal: I am sure you have heard it before, you should always bruch and floss after every meal. New studies show that it is best to wait a half an hour after you eat to brush and floss.

Answer 17

Yes: It's important to brush your teeth at least twice a day, in the morning and before you go to bed. Some people like to brush after each meal but it would be better to brush before to remove the bacteria. Don't forget to floss at least ones a day.

Answer 18

LIkely the other way: It is more than likely that your grinding is exacerbating your tmj. Would be worth your while to look into solutions for your TMJ by speaking with a dentist or ent. Good luck!

Answer 19

Possibly but...: Grinding of the teeth occurs at night, and clenching occurs during the day. Clenching can be a symptom of tmj/tmd, biut not everyone who clenches necessarily had tmj. I would check to see if you have other symptoms that can be a sign of tmd. My website lists some of the more common symptoms or you can research. www.jbassmantmj.com.

Answer 20

Possible: Tmj syndrome manifests itself in many ways. An unstable occlusion can often cause patients to grind their teeth during the day or night . But other factors are often involved such as stress etc. I suggest you see a well-trained dentist who treats TMJ to diagnose your specific problem.

Answer 21

Complex issue: Grinding or clenching of teeth (bruxism) and temporomandibular dysfuntion (tmd )are related. See your dentist who can evaluate what is going in your particular case, how it can be prevented, treated or managed. There is no simple answer to this complex issue, and only a dentist with training and experience in this area can properly evaluate and discuss your specific issues.

Answer 22

Yes: While grinding has been implicated causally with TMD, develpment of a TMD can cause the patient to clench/grind also.

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